KEY FACTS This E46-generation BMW M3 CSL is an acclaimed modern classic performance hero, presented with very low mileage from new.

Under the bonnet sits a naturally aspirated 3.2-litre inline-six, delivering 355bhp and 273lb-ft of torque to the rear wheels through a six-speed automated manual transmission with paddle shift.

This M3 CSL has covered just 8,195 miles.

It has been with the seller for the last nine years as a company-registered vehicle, and then as a personal vehicle.

EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES Produced as the flagship model of the E46-generation M3 range, the CSL weighed 110kg less than the standard coupe due to a carbon-fibre roof, air box, front splitters, and rear diffuser, as well as an aluminium bonnet and thinner rear windscreen glass.

This example is finished in Silver Grey over an Anthracite ‘Amaretta’ synthetic suede-trimmed interior with Reflex cloth seat inserts and a combination of high-gloss carbon-fibre and silver-toned inlays.

It rides on a set of 19-inch...